The Arcades Live

The Arcades will be LIVE at the VFW this Saturday the 18th from 7pm to 10pm. Full bar available. No food will currently be available on site, but Andy's Hometowne Pizza will deliver to the VFW. Cover is $8 (2 for $15). Open to the Public!!

Hamel Havoc

They're Back!!!! Hamel Hawks and Minnesota Independent Wrestling are hosting the Hamel Havoc! This is a family friendly outdoor wrestling event to raise money for the Hamel Lions. This event will be on Saturday, October 2nd from 2pm to 5pm. For more information and to buy tickets for this event, click on the link below.

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Oktoberfest

It is time for Oktoberfest! We will have live music from Red Dot Garage, The Floras and The Star Chiefs! Charlie T's will be open with his amazing BBQ. We will have the beer trailer outside and the bar will be open inside and outside. Open to the Public! Cover for The Star Chiefs on Saturday nights $8 (2 for $15). Go to our Calendar page for more details.

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Charlie Ts Smokehouse

Charlie Ts Smokehouse is back at the "V". Check out our calendar for times each day. Most of these dates the bar inside will be open too. Click the button below for more information about Charlie Ts Smokehouse.

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Seeking Members

The Hamel VFW is seeking new members to join our Post. For more information on how to join, click "Join the VFW" below.

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VFW Podcast

Check out the VFW Podcast every first and third Wednesday of the month. Click on the "Podcast" link below.

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U.S. ARMY

The U.S. Army is made up of the most dedicated, most respected soldiers in the world. These soldiers protect America's Freedoms while serving at home and abroad, and they are always prepared to defend the nation in times of need.

U.S. MARINES

We are soldiers of the sea, providing forces and detachments to naval ships and shore operations. We are global leaders, developing expeditionary doctrine and innovations that set the example, and leading other countries' forces and agencies in the multinational military operations. These unique capabilities make us "First to Fight", and our nations first line of defense.

U.S. NAVY

America's Navy is a force as relevant today as it's been historically significan for the last 238 years. The times may change, the threats may become more obscure, the complex nature of 21st century life may make the demand for such presence less obvious. However, now more than ever, the Navy is something to be aware of Something to be thankful for. Something to be proud of.

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U.S. AIR FORCE

Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: developing airmen, technology to war fighting and integrating operations. These core competencies make our six distinctive capabilities possible.

NATIONAL GUARD

Our versatility enables us to respond to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counter-drug efforts, reconstruction missions and more.

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U.S. COAST GUARD

We protect the personal safety and security of our people; the marine transportation system and infrastructure; our natural and economic resources; and the territorial integrity of our nation-from both internal and external threats, natural and man-made.

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As yesterday's defenders of freedom, we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.  Our common bond is the battlefield, whether it is service in the Persian Gulf, Korea, Kosovo, the war on terrorism or peace-keeping expeditionary campaigns. Your courage and sacrifice have made a difference in preserving and defending world peace.
 

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Our programs support our service members while they are on the front line, as they are being discharged and long after they return. Your tax-deductible donation will be immediately directed to the VFW programs where your support is most urgently needed.

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Announcements

Charlie Ts Smokehouse is serving Friday and Saturday evening from 4-8 pm most weekends through October at the Hamel VFW.  He will be closed from August 19th thru early October for the State Fair. 
 
Many events are coming up at the "V".  Hamel Havoc is on October 2nd and Oktoberfest is on October 8th and 9th.  Check out our Calendar page and our Facebook page for more information.  
 
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As yesterday's defenders of freedom...

 ...we want to welcome today's military service members into our ranks to become part of our elite group.

WWII, Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War, Kosovo, War in Afghanistan, War in Iraq, War on Global Terror and other Peace-Keeping Expeditionary Campaigns throughout the globe.

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Important Info for Post5903 Members

Persian Gulf War Memorial May Break Ground in 2021

Check out this article from the VFW Magazine about the Persian Gulf War Memorial.

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A Place of Heart and Spirit

From Service in Vietnam to the Iraq War, veterans who once lived at VFW's National Home for Children in Eaton Rapids, MI, share their fond memories growing up as the 'poor little rich kid'.

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District News

Important Info for District 7 Members

We need to act now to get The Veterans Restorative Justice Act - SF 33 Passed

VFW Members and VFW Auxiliary Members, time is of the essence -- we need your action now! We need two phone calls made. The calls takes a little over a minute to make, so you can do this in five minutes or less. A link to find your state senator and representative is in the comments. After you make the calls, comment “done!” Here’s what your local State Senator and State Representative need to hear; more info on this is in the comments also:

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Statewide News

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2021 Department Fall Conference

Mark your calendars, and make your reservations, it will be time for the fall conference soon

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State Convention June 9-13, 2021

The Department Convention is planned to take place June 9013, 2021 at the Minneapolis Marriott Northwest.

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National News

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VFW Action Alert: Take Action Now

Congress is voting now on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. There are two critical amendments that NEED to stay! ...

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VFW Joins Other VSOs to Launch 9/11 Memorial Golf Fund

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Veterans of Foreign Wars has joined together with four other veterans service organizations to launch the 9...

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That the purpose of this Organization shall be fraternal, patriotic, historical, charitable, and educational: to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members; to assist worthy comrades; to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead; and to assist their widows and orphans; to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America, and fidelity to its Constitution and laws; to foster true patriotism; to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies.